White Shield School serves 171 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5%
- Science Proficiency: ≤10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
White Shield School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
White Shield School's student population of 171 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
171 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
The diversity score of White Shield School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
10:1
American Indian
100%
11%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of White Shield School?
The graduation rate of White Shield School is 50%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend White Shield School?
171 students attend White Shield School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of White Shield School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of White Shield School?
White Shield School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does White Shield School offer ?
White Shield School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is White Shield School part of?
White Shield School is part of White Shield School District.
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